Lubbock Christian University’s School of Nursing and Covenant School of Nursing will welcome nursing professionals and students from across the region to the annual Prosperity Bank Distinguished Speaker Series on Thursday, November 5, at LCU.
Established in 2007, the series provides nurses with an opportunity to learn from nationally recognized speakers on current topics in nursing and health care. With the longstanding support of Prosperity Bank, the event serves as a resource for the nursing community, bringing together students and practicing professionals to share knowledge, explore emerging challenges, and strengthen the field.
“Prosperity Bank has faithfully supported and sponsored the Distinguished Speaker Series since its inception,” said Dr. LaNell Harrison, Executive Director and Chair of LCU’s School of Nursing. “This community-wide collaborative event allows nursing students and nursing professionals alike to gather for the purpose of improving and advancing their field.”
W.R. Collier, Senior Chairman of the West Texas Area for Prosperity Bank, was instrumental in developing the concept for the series. The bank’s continued sponsorship has helped sustain this annual opportunity for professional learning and collaboration, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the nursing community throughout the region.
This year’s featured speaker is Amy K. McCarthy, DNP, RNC-MNN, NE-BC, CENP, chief nursing officer at Hippocratic AI, where she leads efforts to use generative artificial intelligence to expand access to health care. A nurse leader and advocate for patient-centered care, McCarthy works to create innovative, supportive environments for nurses through technology, leadership, and policy initiatives.
McCarthy holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership from The George Washington University and has more than a decade of experience collaborating with state and national nursing leaders to improve the nursing workforce and patient outcomes. With a clinical background in women’s and infants’ health, she has also advocated for policies and initiatives to strengthen maternal and neonatal care. She currently serves as president of the Texas Nurses Association and previously served on the American Nurses Association Board of Directors, where she addressed issues including safe staffing, workplace violence prevention, and racial equity in nursing.
The half-day event will take place from 7:30 a.m. to noon in Collier Auditorium on LCU’s campus. In-person and remote attendance options are available. Nurses, nursing students, and other health care professionals are invited to attend. Registration is available at lcu.edu/nursing/distinguished-speaker-series.